These mini Lightsabers sprang into action when my son turned 6 and we threw him a Star Wars Birthday Party. I was coming up with fun Star Wars related crafts and this one popped into my head. They make for great party favors and fit perfectly into little hands.

1. Cut only the black pipe cleaner in half then fold it in half.
2. Fold the long red pipe cleaner in half.
3. Make an X with the black and red pipe cleaners and fold them over.
4. Twist up the black one and twist up the red one.

You’re done! Now your mini lightsabers are ready for a duel. They even fit perfectly in the hands of your action figures!

Will your lightsaber be Blue, Green, Purple, or dun dun dun… Red?

Marie

Marie is founder and managing editor of Make and Takes, and author of the book, Make and Takes for Kids. There’s always a project going on at her house and is often cluttered with crafts, glitter, and glue. When she’s not crafting and creating with her kids, she loves to run, read, and blog! Follow her on Twitter and Google+.